Industry Standard Linear Regulators (e.g., 7805) | Basic consumer electronics (e.g., LED lights, small appliances) | 5V output (±5% per IEC 60068), 1A max current (per datasheet), TO-220 package (ISO 9126) | Widely available, low cost, simple design. | Low efficiency at high input voltages, limited current capacity. |
Our Base Model (78M05) | Low-power industrial/consumer devices (e.g., sensors, IoT nodes) | 5V output (±5% per IEC 60068), 1A max current, TO-252 package (ISO 9126) ▲ (smaller footprint) | Compact size, metal case for better heat dissipation. | Same efficiency and current limits as industry standards. |
Our Advanced Model (78M05 Pro) | High-current applications (e.g., robotics, drones) | 5V output (±3% ▲), 2A max current ▲ (per IEC 60068), TO-263 package ▲ (enhanced thermal performance) | Higher current capacity, improved accuracy, robust thermal design. | Slightly higher cost, requires larger PCB space for TO-263. |
Switching Regulators (e.g., LM2596) | High-efficiency power supplies (e.g., laptops, servers) | Adjustable 1.25V–30V output (per EN 61000-3-2), 3A max current, compact size (IPC-7351) | High efficiency (up to 90%), wide output range. | Generates electrical noise, requires external components. |
LDO Regulators (e.g., LM2940) | Battery-powered devices (e.g., wearables, medical devices) | Adjustable output (IEC 60068), 0.3V dropout ▲ (reduces voltage drop under load), 1.5A max current | Stable under varying loads, low quiescent current. | Lower efficiency at high currents, limited output voltage range. |
Industrial Grade Regulators (e.g., 78M05-IND) | Harsh environments (e.g., automotive, aerospace) | Operating temp: -40°C to +125°C ▲ (per MIL-STD-810), 1A max current, TO-220 package | Rugged construction, wide temperature tolerance. | Larger size, higher cost, less compact than TO-252. |